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HVAC 10-Day Tech (Level 1 & 2 Combo)

Take a new hire to a technician who can diagnose and repair in two weeks.

For new hires with no HVAC experience. Levels 1 and 2 back to back: by the end you can inspect and service a system, diagnose electrical and refrigerant faults, and complete the common residential repairs.

80 hours·2 weeks·Houston, TX·Small classes (12 max)

Skills we train and verify

  • Work Safely on Energized HVAC Equipment
  • Perform a Precision Tune-Up
  • Follow a Structured Diagnostic Process
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Where

Houston Training Center
14420 W Sylvanfield Drive, Suite 110, Houston, TX 77014

Cancellation

Cancel 30+ days out for a refund (less 3%), or 7+ days out to change dates. For 6+ seats: 60 and 21 days. Terms →

Enrolling a crew?

For invoicing, or seats before you have names, ask about a Training Services Agreement: training@trainamerica.com

Two courses, back to back

Week 1: SAT: 7am - 7pm, MON-FRI: 4pm - 9pm
Week 2: SAT: 7am - 7pm, MON-FRI: 4pm - 9pm

Levels 1 and 2 delivered back to back as a single two-week enrollment. Week one builds inspection, measurement and maintenance competence; week two adds structured diagnosis and the common residential repairs. Graduates are assessed on live equipment at the end of each week.

Week 1 · 40 hours

HVAC Tech 1: Inspection & Basic Maintenance

  • Work Safely on Energized HVAC Equipment
  • Identify Every Component in a Split System
  • Trace the Refrigeration Cycle on Live Equipment
  • Take Accurate Electrical Measurements
  • Inspect, Discharge and Test a Capacitor
  • Connect Gauges and Read System Pressures
  • Measure Superheat and Subcooling
  • Explain Charging Methods and EPA 608 Rules
  • Measure Airflow and Temperature Split
  • Perform a Precision Tune-Up
  • Service Filters, Coils and Blower Wheels
  • Inspect a Condensing Unit
  • Recognize and Report a Carbon Monoxide Hazard
  • Document Findings on a Work Order
12 course modules
  1. 01

    Safety, PPE, Lockout and NEC Basics

  2. 02

    Refrigeration Cycle and System Components

  3. 03

    Heating Systems Overview and Carbon Monoxide Awareness

  4. 04

    Electrical Fundamentals and Circuit Wiring

  5. 05

    Electrical Test Instruments - Clamp Meter

  6. 06

    Capacitor Inspection, Discharge and Testing

  7. 07

    Manifold Gauges - Connect, Route and Read

  8. 08

    Superheat and Subcooling Measurement

  9. 09

    System Performance - Temp Split, Airflow and Duct Leakage

  10. 10

    Precision Tune-Up and Condenser Inspection

  11. 11

    Refrigerant Charging Techniques

  12. 12

    Filter, Coil and Blower Wheel Service

Week 2 · 40 hours

HVAC Tech 2: Diagnostics & Basic Repair

  • Follow a Structured Diagnostic Process
  • Isolate a Fault to a System Section
  • Test and Replace Capacitors and Contactors
  • Test and Replace Fan and Blower Motors
  • Diagnose a Furnace That Will Not Heat
  • Diagnose Electric Furnace Elements and Sequencers
  • Diagnose Heat Pump Defrost and Reversing Valve Faults
  • Diagnose Compressor Electrical Condition
  • Diagnose Thermostat and Low-Voltage Control Faults
  • Repair Low Voltage Control Wiring
  • Interpret Superheat and Subcooling Diagnostically
  • Repair or Replace Defective Components
  • Confirm a Repair and Document It
  • Braze a Line Set Joint
10 course modules
  1. 01

    Diagnostic Method and Fault Isolation

  2. 02

    Sequence of Operation and Control Circuit Faults

  3. 03

    Low Voltage Control Wiring Diagnostics and Repairs

  4. 04

    Electrical Component Failure - Capacitors and Contactors

  5. 05

    Refrigerant-Side Faults and Compressor Diagnostics

  6. 06

    Condenser Fan Motor Testing and Replacement

  7. 07

    Blower Motor Testing and Replacement

  8. 08

    Furnace Component Testing

  9. 09

    Heat Pump Defrost and Reversing Valve Diagnostics

  10. 10

    Brazing Level 1 - Line Set Joining

You earn Train America HVAC Tech Level 1 and Level 2, both verified by hands-on assessment on live equipment.

Prerequisites

No experience required. Attendees must be 18 or older and employed by the enrolling company.

Bring

Your tools and PPE.

We provide

All test instruments, live training equipment, PPE and course materials.

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Questions? 512-309-1545 · training@trainamerica.com

  • 50% off 40-hour bootcamps through 2027
  • 15% off 40-hour bootcamps after that, for good
  • 10% off the HVAC 10-Day Technician course in Houston, for good
  • Free access to the Recruit Portal to recruit Train America students who have opted in
  • A seat on our Industry Advisory Board

Benefits continue as long as you order at least 5 bootcamps by 12/31/27. Founding Member Terms